The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has ruled that individuals feeling aggrieved by the controversial German television series “Our Mothers, Our Fathers” must pursue any claims for damages through German courts. This decision stems from a question posed by the Polish Supreme Court regarding the jurisdiction of Polish courts in cases relating to the series’ content. The CJEU determined that Germany holds exclusive jurisdiction over such claims. The ruling clarifies that Polish courts do not have the authority to hear cases brought by those who feel harmed by the show’s portrayal of events. This decision impacts potential legal action taken by individuals in Poland concerning the series. The case centered on determining where legal responsibility lies for content broadcast by a foreign entity.
